G.I. Joe Hit & Run with Parachute (Target Exclusive) AFA 75 (Hasbro, 1988). Introduced in 1988 as part of Series 7, ...

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G.I. Joe Hit & Run with Parachute (Target Exclusive) AFA 75 (Hasbro, 1988). Introduced in 1988 as part of Series 7, Hit & Run quickly established himself as one of the line's premier light infantry specialists, known for his speed, agility, and emphasis on rapid-strike tactics. This Target-exclusive release includes the signature parachute pack, reinforcing the character's role in airborne insertion and behind-the-lines operations, a feature that added both play value and distinctiveness at retail. Figures packaged with parachutes during this era remain especially memorable among collectors, combining action features with character-specific gear that elevated the figure beyond standard infantry releases. Graded AFA 75 EX+/NM with subgrades of C75 B75 F80. A desirable retail exclusive, this Hit & Run captures the character's dynamic battlefield role while highlighting one of the more memorable play features of the era, offering collectors a compelling example of this parachute-equipped release.

More Information: Derryl DePriest is a longtime toy industry executive and pop culture historian who served as Vice President of Global Brand Management at Hasbro from 2001 to 2018, overseeing major initiatives for Star Wars and G.I. Joe during a transformative era for collector-focused product. During his tenure, Hasbro launched key lines including The Vintage Collection and the 6-inch Star Wars: The Black Series, both of which reshaped modern action figure presentation and articulation standards. A lifelong G.I. Joe enthusiast and recognized liaison between Hasbro and the collector community, DePriest later authored Star Wars: The Vintage Collection Archive Edition and has contributed extensively to documenting the history of G.I. Joe. Items offered from his collection reflect the perspective of an executive who helped guide some of the most influential collector-driven brands of the modern era.


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